Cyprus to host prestigious conference

CYPRUS IS to host an international arbitration conference at the end of this month, which will line up a series of prominent speakers from here and abroad, the Cyprus Chambers of Commerce and Industry (KEVE) said yesterday.

KEVE honorary president Vassilis Rologis said the conference, titled ‘Arbitration in International Trade’ would be held on Monday and Tuesday next week in Nicosia. The aim is to promote Cyprus as an international arbitration centre for business.

According to Rologis, Cyprus has an abundance of professionals, such as legal practitioners and accountants, who could take on the role of arbitrators.

Speakers at next week’s conference will include President of the International Court of Arbitration John Beechey, President Demetris Christofias, the President of the Supreme Court Petros Artemis, Attorney-general Petros Clerides, former Attorney-general Alecos Markides and the former Justice Minister Kypros Chrysostomides.

“In an era where the international image of our country needs boosting, this initiative will highlight Cyprus’ many comparative advantages and us at the heart of international financial and economic developments,” said Rologis.

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